2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C2 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
